Study Title
Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease in Women with a Mediterranean Diet: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Principal Investigator
Anushriya Pant, Sarah Gribbin, Daniel McIntyre, Ritu Trivedi, Simone Marschner, Liliana Laranjo, Mamas A Mamas, Victoria Flood, Clara K Chow, Sarah Zaman
Affiliation
Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Australia; Department of General Health, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia; Keele Cardiovascular Research Group, Keele University, UK
Start Date
Not specified
End Date
Not specified
Study Objective
To assess the effectiveness of the Mediterranean Diet in preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD) in women.
Short Abstract
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluate the impact of the Mediterranean diet on the prevention of cardiovascular diseases in women. Findings suggest a significant protective effect of the diet on cardiovascular health.
Study Design
Systematic review and meta-analysis
Population
Women at risk for cardiovascular diseases
Sample Size
Not specified
Inclusion Criteria
Studies that assess the impact of the Mediterranean diet on cardiovascular disease prevention in women
Exclusion Criteria
Not specified
Intervention/Exposure
Mediterranean Diet adherence
Outcome Measures
Reduction in the incidence of cardiovascular diseases in women
Funding Source
Not specified
Collaborating Institutions
University of Sydney, Keele University, Alfred Hospital
Ethics Approval
Not specified
Publication Status
Published in Heart (2023).
Keywords
Mediterranean diet, cardiovascular disease, women, primary prevention, systematic review
Data Collection Methods
Systematic review and meta-analysis of relevant studies
Primary Data Availability
Not applicable
Contact Information
Sarah Zaman: